Finding Support Through Life’s Challenges
This April, it’s important to acknowledge the various challenges that life may present us with. At Life Enrichment Counseling Center (LECC), we understand that navigating through traumatic experiences can be overwhelming and challenging. That’s why we want to remind you that you don’t have to face these difficulties alone. […]
How to Determine if Your Teen Needs Counseling
Raising a teenager is a complex and often challenging journey for parents. It’s a phase where young individuals undergo tremendous physical, emotional, and social changes, and it’s common for them to experience mental health struggles. As a parent or guardian, being attuned to the signs that may indicate your teen needs extra support is crucial. Here are actionable insights to navigate this sensitive issue. […]
Making Every Therapy Session Count for Your Mental Health
Therapy sessions can be a powerful tool in improving your mental health. It can provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. However, it is important to make the most out of each therapy session to truly benefit from it. In this article, we will discuss the key ways to make every therapy session count for your mental health. […]
The Importance of Counseling in Adolescence
Do you have an adolescent struggling with complex issues that feel overwhelming? Navigating the turbulent teenage years can be daunting, and it’s essential to understand that seeking help from a counselor is critical for emotional and mental well-being. Going to counseling offers various benefits that can make day-to-day life more manageable, as well as equipping adolescents with vital coping mechanisms for tackling stressful situations. In this post, we’ll explore why counseling might be beneficial in adolescence and how it can help teenagers develop resilience skills along their journey to adulthood. […]
Mental Wellness Matters: Nurturing Adult Mental Health Amidst Anxiety
With the current state of affairs in the world, it is only natural that our mental health may be experiencing an onslaught of unrest. Anxiety is rampant – from worrying about jobs and financial stability to adapting to virtual work and schooling or anything else your life looks like currently. It’s enough to make anyone cranky, overwhelmed, or worse yet – cause more serious issues such as depression or suicidal feelings. Although anxiety can feel all-encompassing at times, even amidst challenging circumstances you can still foster a healthy attitude towards your wellness and wellbeing. In this blog post, we will [...]
Breaking the Stigma: Tackling Substance Abuse with Compassion
Substance abuse is a complex, multifaceted issue that affects millions of people each year. Despite its prevalence in society and communities around the world, it continues to be shrouded in myths and stigma which frequently lead to misunderstanding and judgment of those dealing with addiction instead of compassion. In this blog post, we seek to break down those barriers to better understand substance abuse and begin talking about how we can help individuals struggling with addiction in an open-minded, non-judgmental manner. By recognizing our collective responsibility towards tackling this social issue through empathy rather than fear or condemnation, we hope [...]
The Role of Art Therapy in Mental Health
Art therapy is a unique and powerful way to promote mental health, providing an opportunity for individuals to express their feelings in creative ways that can ultimately lead to greater self-awareness, improved coping skills, and positive changes. The therapeutic use of art taps into the subconscious mind with expressive activities such as painting, drawing, clay sculpting and other mixed-media forms. This blog post will discuss how art therapy can be a useful tool in managing emotions and improving behavior while also addressing some common misconceptions about it that may prevent people from taking advantage of its benefits. Continue reading to [...]
Effective Parenting Techniques
Effective Parenting Techniques Parenting is hands down one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences. This is because maintaining authority without compromising empathy and honest expression of feeling is a difficult task. It takes loads of patience, dedication, and hard work to raise kids into responsible adults. In this blog post, we will explore some key parenting techniques that will help you navigate the challenges of parenthood as you attempt to bring up healthy, happy, and well-adjusted kids. Setting Boundaries By setting clear boundaries, you help your child understand what is expected of them and what is not acceptable. When [...]
Knowing Your Self-Worth
Knowing Your Self-Worth Knowing your self-worth is one of the most important things in life. This is the value you place on yourself as a person and is a fundamental aspect of your identity as it shapes how you view yourself, your relationships, and your place in the world. However, most people struggle with knowing their self-worth, which leaves them feeling insecure or undervalued. In this blog post, we'll explore what this is, how to develop a strong sense of self-worth, and why it is necessary if you're yearning for a happy and fulfilling life. What is self-worth? Simply put, [...]
